Carlos Vega

Carlos Vega Academy

a video course for senior pickleball players

Don't run more. Stand better.

Hola. Doubles is chess with a paddle. We look at where to stand, how to move with your partner, and when patience gives you the better ball.

A short video lesson every Tuesday: one simple step, shown slowly, with a page to print. Members only, not on YouTube.

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Illustration of Carlos Vega holding a pickleball paddle on court

Lesson 1 · Move with your partner as one block

A small step to take to the court.

How it works

  1. Every Tuesday

    A short video lesson arrives by email. One simple step, shown slowly, to watch on your phone, tablet or computer. Your first lesson arrives within a week of joining.

  2. Print the page

    One page with the step to practise and a simple check to see how it went.

  3. Take it to the court

    Bring the page to your next game. Work on that one step at your own pace.

Lessons

It starts with these lessons — and keeps going

  1. Lesson 1

    Move with your partner as one block

    Shift together so a change of angle does not leave a gap between you.

  2. Lesson 2

    Choose your position before the next shot

    Use the ball and your partner's position to decide where to stand.

  3. Lesson 3

    A serve that gives away no free point

    Choose a dependable target and a repeatable motion over extra power.

  4. Lesson 4

    Return deep and give yourself time

    Use depth on the return to make your move toward the kitchen calmer.

  5. Lesson 5

    Make the younger pair play one more ball

    Use patient placement instead of trying to match their speed.

  6. Lesson 6

    Choose the lob instead of forcing it

    Read the pair's position and decide when a lob is worth trying.

Who teaches you

I'm Carlos Vega. I was born in Marbella, Spain, and coached doubles there for 35 years, from children to retired visitors. Six years ago I moved to Naples, Florida. I teach players over 60 to use position, patience and a partner who moves with them.

Every picture of me on this site is an illustration.

Illustration of Carlos Vega holding a pickleball paddle on court

Your weekly lesson and a page to print

7 days free, then $19.90 a month (USD)

15-day money-back guarantee through Hotmart.

Cancel any time from your Hotmart account. Lessons remain available until your next billing date. No further monthly payments are taken after cancellation.

Members only, not on YouTube. New lessons every Tuesday.

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A few practical questions

When does my first lesson arrive?

Within a week of joining. It comes by email; watch it in your browser.

What do I get each week?

A short video lesson every Tuesday and a page to print. The lessons are for members only, not on YouTube.

How do I watch the lessons?

The lesson link arrives by email. Open it on your phone, tablet or computer to watch in your browser.

Can I use the page on court?

Yes. Print it at home and take it to the court. It has the step to practise and a simple check for your next game.

Is this a six-lesson purchase?

No. This is a monthly video course. These are the first six lessons; new lessons follow every Tuesday while you are a member.

What does the video course cost?

7 days free, then $19.90 a month (USD). 15-day money-back guarantee through Hotmart.

How do I cancel?

Cancel any time from your Hotmart account. Lessons remain available until your next billing date. No further monthly payments are taken after cancellation.

How do I request a refund?

15-day money-back guarantee through Hotmart. For the request steps, use the Refunds link below. Cancelling stops future charges; it does not itself request a refund.

Do I need to move like a younger player?

The course is for senior players. Practise at your own pace and within your ability. Stop if you feel pain. No lesson can guarantee a result or freedom from injury.

Patience. Position. And a little style.

7 days free, then $19.90 a month (USD). 15-day money-back guarantee through Hotmart.

Cancel any time from your Hotmart account.

Join the video course →